Your Aramark journey starts here Are you currently working as a Commis or CDP and looking for a new challenge? Love creating meals that put a smile on peoples faces? Looking for a role with a level of flexibility, working 5/7? Well, we have a job for you We are making a work life balance achievable whilst still working in hospitality, cultivating your culinary career with a world leading organisation. We are currently looking for a Lead Chef to work with our integral team at Ouesdale School, MK16 0BJ Perks of the job ⦁ Hourly rate starting from £12.50 per hour depending on experience ⦁ Full time – 40 hours per week – Monday – Friday. Term time only ⦁ Discounted meals on shift ⦁ Free uniform provided ⦁ NEST pension contribution and Life assurance ⦁ Generous holiday allowance which increases after 3 full years of service ⦁ Cycle to work / Refer a friend scheme ⦁ Apprenticeship schemes available to help with career progression ⦁ A wide range of perks including MyStaffShop discounts (save money on your weekly supermarket shop), Nest pension, Life assurance, online e-learning and much more What you'll be doing ⦁ Work well as part of a team of chefs, supporting one another and communicating well ⦁ Supervising and leading your team to success, leading by example. ⦁ Preparing and cooking dishes ready for lunch service ⦁ Following recipe cards to prepare, cook and serve a range of meals ⦁ Completing daily paperwork to cover due diligence ⦁ Assisting with deliveries and stock checks / placing orders ⦁ Placing food orders and maintaining kitchen records ⦁ To share responsibility with the Chef manager/Catering manager for the checking, probing and signing of all food deliveries ⦁ To monitor and record temperatures of fridges, freezers, hot cabinets and serveries. ⦁ Assisting in daily and weekly kitchen deep cleans ⦁ Full knowledge of all menu items served ⦁ Undertake relevant training as required Experience ⦁ Relevant culinary qualification is desirable ⦁ Previous experience as a cook / chef of at least 2 years ⦁ Allergen awareness ⦁ Excellent team player and communicator ⦁ Confident enough to lead a team ⦁ DBS required ⦁ Flexibility and the ability to innovate About Aramark Northern Europe - Our Mission Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet Northern Europe - About Aramark Aramark is a leading service and solutions provider in Northern Europe. We proudly support clients, partners and customers in food, facilities management, property services, and retail solutions. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you’re pursuing — a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work — our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Aramark Northern Europe is an equal opportunities employer.